Two Cape Breton lawyers receive QC designation

SYDNEY — Two Cape Breton-based lawyers are included in this year's list of 14 Nova Scotia lawyers who have been awarded the designation of Queen's counsel.

Réjean Aucoin of Cheticamp, and Tony W. Mozvik of Sydney, were among those announced Wednesday by Minister of Justice and Attorney General Lena Diab.

"As a lawyer, I know how prestigious this designation is, and I congratulate this year's appointees," said Diab.

An independent advisory committee makes Queen's counsel recommendations to the provincial cabinet. Criteria include a minimum of 15 years as a member of the bar of Nova Scotia, demonstrated professional integrity, good character and outstanding contributions to the practice of law.